CCTV APPEAL AFTER COMMERCIAL BURGLARY IN POOLE

Police are appealing to the public after a commercial burglary in Poole – with a CCTV image of the suspect being released.

The incident happened between 8.30am and 9.30am on Tuesday 12 May at Lush Manufacturers in Dawkins Industrial Estate on Dawkins Road.

A man gained access to the building and stole a wallet, belonging to a member of staff, from an office.

The offender was confronted by staff members as he exited the building but ran quickly to a vehicle, believed to be similar to a dark-coloured Rover.

An attempt to use a bank card was made later that day in Totton, Hampshire.

Police Constable Chris Maidment, of Poole police, said: “Following my enquiries, I am now in a position to release a CCTV image of the suspect.

“I urge anyone who recognises this man to contact me, in confidence, on 101.”

No arrests have been made.

Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 101 quoting occurrence number 55159046686 Alternatively, call the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may apply.